A delegation from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), led by Dr. Piero Manini and Dr. Tarib Bahri, visited the BOBP-IGO Secretariat on 20th October 2023. The discussion between the delegation and Dr. P Krishnan, Director, BOBP-IGO focused on the initiatives of FAO on climate change's impact on fisheries and the pivotal role of Regional Fisheries Bodies (RFBs). They emphasized the need for collaborative programs to address these challenges and ensure sustainable fisheries management. Plans for a joint initiative will be detailed in the coming months.